heildarmynd
Heildarmynd is a term used in Icelandic to denote a whole-body image produced in medical imaging. It describes an image or set of images that provide an overview of the entire body, rather than focusing on a single region. The concept is relevant in radiology, oncology, trauma care and screening contexts, where a broad survey can help identify widespread or unexpected findings that might not be apparent in regional studies.
The term combines words meaning “whole” and “image,” reflecting its purpose as an inclusive representation of
Applications vary by clinical context. Trauma teams may rely on WBCT for rapid whole-body assessment; oncologists
See also: whole-body imaging, whole-body CT, whole-body MRI, PET-CT, radiography.